A woman with a new vulval ulcer is scheduled for a biopsy. Which nursing action is most appropriate before the procedure?
Correct answer: A. Explain the procedure and verify informed consent
- A. Explain the procedure and verify informed consent
- B. Scrub the lesion vigorously to remove all discharge
- C. Apply a topical anaesthetic without checking the prescription
- D. Tell the patient that biopsy results are always benign
Explanation
The nurse should explain the procedure within the nursing role, provide privacy and verify that informed consent is present. Vigorous scrubbing can traumatise tissue, and the result cannot be predicted before histological examination.
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